Aušrinė

Sweet & Sour

Artist

Aušrinė Ponelytė

Year

2024

Artist

Aušrinė Ponelytė

Year

2024

Description

Immersing myself in childhood as an ephemeral stage of being, I build a new, more

mature relationship with it. By reconstructing past moments, I view them through the eyes of

an adult, framed by memory and nostalgia, in an attempt to rejuvenate the gradually fading

world of childhood. I identify universal, recognizable objects that activate the subconscious

and encourage a dialogue between the viewer and their own childhood. My jewellery

collection is an interpretation of a nostalgic childhood, with childhood – favorite candies

embodying symbols that become a source of inspiration. In exploring the textures and

properties of glass material, I have created objects that emotionally resonate, remind us of the

past, and invite the viewer to dive back into their childhood experiences. The creative process,

transforming candy shapes into wearable art, reveals my connection with childhood and my

perspective on the temporality of this stage. A warning to the viewer – observe the collection

very carefully – these pieces are meant for your eyes, not your stomach!